PENNS GROVE — Aiming to prevent drivers from getting behind the wheel while under the influence, local authorities will buckle down on impaired drivers.

Officers from the borough police department will work to deter impaired drivers and between Friday, Aug. 16 through to Monday, Sept. 2, police will partake in the Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign.

Patrols will be targeted specifically during night hours in an effort to be proactive due to higher activity with events or summertime holidays, according to authorities.

According to police, the Penns Grove Police Department has achieved a state ranking of third in the state of New Jersey by deterring others from operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of any intoxicating substance.

Authorities said the goal is prevention not making arrests, adding that drivers must realize that there is a high risk for anyone.

Police encourage all residents to drive safely and know that police will be out on the streets trying to make a difference.